All participants are subject to our official TERMS & CONDITIONS — no exceptions.
 

Open exclusively to Sussex County residents in grades 2–12, or to those attending a school in Sussex County (ie: Pope John, etc.) and to ALL Rising Stars Performers!!
 

All entries must be submitted through registration and one (1) video submission per participant.
There is a $10 registration fee for Round 1.
 

All submissions must be received by January 5, 2026.
⚠️ Late entries will not be accepted — no exceptions!
 

From the first round of submissions, 30 outstanding performers will be chosen to advance to the Final Round.
A $15 registration fee will apply to all finalists.
 

Finalists will compete live, in person, before a celebrity judging panel and a live audience on Sunday, January 25, 2026 - with a snow date of Sunday February 8th.!
 

The Finals will take place at the Franklin School Auditorium  (50 Washington Street, Franklin, NJ -- just off Route 23).
* Attendance is mandatory — missing it will forfeit your spot.
 

The Top 3 Winners will be selected in each age group and category, based on Judges’ combined scores.
 

Our Head Judge will choose one exceptional performance for a special ‘Judge’s Choice’ honor — awarded to the act that delivers a true jolt of talent, creativity, and stage presence.